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SUMMARY:West Cork Laneways Art Project
DESCRIPTION:West Cork Laneways Art Project \nApplications are now closed  \n\n\n\nWe are thrilled to announce our partnership with the Skibbereen Arts Festival to bring you an exhilarating new Street Art Competition! Whether you’re a muralist\, an urban street artist\, or someone who loves to create large-scale wall art\, this competition is designed for you. \nParticipants will have the chance to showcase their talents and vie for a fantastic range of prizes\, including 2x €1000 cash prizes\, Ludgate Residencies\, hampers and much more. There will be two winners\, one chosen for their work on the Ludgate Wall and another for their creation on the Horse and Hound Wall. \nThe competition will kick off on Friday\, July 26th\, and artists will have 48 hours to complete their masterpieces. This promises to be a fun and engaging event\, full of creativity and community spirit. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this vibrant celebration of street art! \n\n\n\nYou can apply for both or choose one of the following \n\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ludgate.ie/event/west-cork-laneways-art-project/
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SUMMARY:B2B Sales Strategizing for Success - led by Dr Maria Coakley
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n \nLocation : Ludgate\, Old Bakery\, Townshend Street Skibbereen P81T324 \nLed by Dr Maria Coakley\, a renowned lecturer\, SME mentor\, and business development adviser\, this half-day workshop will delve into crafting a successful sales strategy. It’s an ideal opportunity for professionals keen on refining their organisation’s approach to sales in a dynamic and supportive setting. \nTopics covered: \n– What is sales strategy? \n– Harnessing business intelligence for advantage and opportunity \n– Segmentation in the marketplace to specialise and grow. \n– Developing a differentiated value/positioning statement \n– Routes to market/sales channels \n– Maximising channel and strategic partnerships \n– Communication channels for demand generation \n– Developing a sales process aligned to the buyer’s journey. \n– Performance Management \n– Resourcing your sales operation \n– Key Takeaways for your business
URL:https://www.ludgate.ie/event/b2b-sales-strategizing-for-success-led-by-dr-maria-coakley/
LOCATION:Ludgate Hub\, Townshend Street\, Skibbereen\, Cork\, PE81T324\, Ireland
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SUMMARY:B2B Consultative Selling Process Step by Step - led by Dr Maria Coakley
DESCRIPTION:About this event @ Culture Co Working\, Cork city.\n\n\n\n\n\nA customer oriented B2B (business to business) sales process is a structured series of steps that sales professionals follow to acquire new business clients and generate revenue. \nThe value of a sales process for SMEs lies in its ability to implement best practice\, drive efficiency\, consistency\, and effectiveness in sales efforts\, to lead to increased revenue\, improved customer relationships\, and sustainable and scalable growth. \nIn this workshop hosted by our friends at Culture Co Working in Cork City\, participants will explore these steps and how they may apply them to their own businesses. \nThis session led by Dr Maria Coakley will: \n• be interactive and designed to provide an energised and focused peer-to-peer problem-solving learning environment to allow participants to actively engage with B2B Consultative Selling concepts.\n• be learner-centred and focus on participants learning by doing and developing practical skills and ideas to help refine their understanding of B2B consultative Selling.\n• involve peer-to-peer class discussions and active participant engagement to maximise the experience of existing business\, industry and entrepreneurial expertise in the room.\n• include activity learning and role-plays to practice using the ideas\, skills\, and techniques. \nContent Focus: \n• The value of a repeatable sales process for your business\n• Develop a B2B sales process step by step.\n• Sales enablement tools for each stage of the journey\n• What is consultative selling?\n• Let’s practice consultative selling skills?\n• Using technology to support the process
URL:https://www.ludgate.ie/event/b2b-consultative-selling-process-step-by-step-led-by-dr-maria-coakley/
LOCATION:Culture Co Working – Cork City\, 2 Connell Street\, Cork\, T12 WF82\, Ireland
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SUMMARY:The Practical AI roadmap: Impactful Business Transformation
DESCRIPTION:As a business leader\, you have many responsibilities. AI is a hot topic\, but it’s not always clear what’s real and what’s just hype. How can you tell what’s actually impactful for your business and how do you adopt it? \nRobert O’Shaughnessy is a seasoned technology executive and AI consultant who has guided numerous companies through successful AI adoption. Creating solutions for Fortune 500 clients like Cisco\, Porsche\, Schneider Electric\, and CrossFit and through\nthe founding and acquisition of his own venture-backed startup — he has witnessed first hand the potential and pitfalls of AI projects across various business functions. \nThis concise session focuses on actionable steps to adopting and leveraging AI in yourbusiness. Rob provides a framework for identifying high-impact AI use cases\, avoiding common implementation pitfalls\, and maximizing ROI. \nKey topics include:\n• The surprising AI metric most leaders are ignoring\n• Cultivating an AI-empowered organizational mindset\n• Establishing ROI and finding quick wins\n• Steps to adoption \nWhether you’re just starting your AI journey or looking to refine your existing strategy\,\nthis webinar offers practical insights to help you leverage AI as a true business\naccelerator. \nRegister here
URL:https://www.ludgate.ie/event/the-practical-ai-roadmap-impactful-business-transformation/
LOCATION:Online
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241112T160000
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SUMMARY:Skillnet Innovation Exchange: Scale-Up Roadshow\, Navigating Business Growth
DESCRIPTION:What to Expect:\nGain valuable insights from industry experts on the key areas critical to business growth. Topics will cover: \n\nKey Business Supports: Discover the resources available to help your business thrive.\nStrategies for Success: Learn proven strategies to drive sustainable growth.\nDriving Innovation: Explore how to foster a culture of innovation within your organization.\n\nNetwork Partners:\n\nAzets: Specialists in accounting and business advisory services.\nOBH Partners: Experts in legal advisory\, offering comprehensive legal solutions.\nBriffa: Briffa is a specialists intellectual property rights law firm with offices in Ireland and the UK\n\nWhy Attend?\nWhether you’re at the early stages of scaling your business or looking to accelerate growth\, this roadshow provides a unique opportunity to connect with experts\, gain practical advice\, and network with like-minded professionals. \nRegistration:\nReserve your spot now for this insightful event at the Ludgate Hub. Spaces are limited\, so don’t miss out!
URL:https://www.ludgate.ie/event/skillnet-innovation-exchange-scale-up-roadshow-navigating-business-growth/
LOCATION:Ludgate Hub\, Townshend Street\, Skibbereen\, Cork\, PE81T324\, Ireland
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SUMMARY:You and Your Money – Free Guide to Better Finances (Every Thursday)
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Cork ETB\, we’re excited to offer You and Your Money\, a free 4-week\, in-person programme designed to help you feel confident managing your money. Whether you want to learn how to budget better\, understand your payslips\, or plan for life’s financial challenges\, this programme is for you. No complicated jargon—just easy-to-understand advice and practical tips you can use every day! \nProgramme Details: \n\nSession 1: November 14 – Get Started with Your Personal Finances\nSession 2: November 21 – Smart Budgeting & Money Matters\nSession 3: November 28 – Demystifying Payslips\, Tax\, & PRSI\nSession 4: December 5 – Crisis Planning & Future-Proofing\n\nDates: Every Thursday\, starting November 14th Time: 10 am – 12 pm (Lunch included!) Location: Ludgate Hub\, Townshend Street\, Skibbereen. \nThis is a welcoming\, supportive environment open to everyone in the community. Spaces are limited\, so sign up today! \nRegister \nWith special thanks to all collaborators on this programme for their valuable contributions and time\, including AIB\, Business IQ\, Citizens Information Services\, MABS\, Access Credit Union and the Skibbereen Family Resource Centre.
URL:https://www.ludgate.ie/event/you-and-your-money-free-guide-to-better-finances-every-thursday/
LOCATION:Ludgate
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SUMMARY:B2B Lead Generation - with Dr Maria Coakley
DESCRIPTION:  \nB2B Lead Generation – with Dr Maria Coakley\nA Skillnet Innovation Exchange event. Designed for business professionals\, sales teams\, and entrepreneurs\, this session will equip you with actionable strategies to identify and convert high-value leads into loyal customers. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nProven methods to attract and qualify B2B leads.\nTools and techniques for building a consistent sales pipeline.\nCrafting messages that resonate with your target audience.\n\nDr. Maria Coakley\, a renowned expert in sales and business development\, brings years of experience in helping businesses grow and succeed. Whether you’re a startup or an established company\, this workshop will provide insights to supercharge your lead generation efforts. \nWho Should Attend? \n\nBusiness owners\nSales and marketing professionals\nEntrepreneurs\n\nCost: Free
URL:https://www.ludgate.ie/event/b2b-lead-generation-with-dr-maria-coakley/
LOCATION:Ludgate Hub\, Townshend Street\, Skibbereen\, Cork\, PE81T324\, Ireland
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SUMMARY:SAVE THE DATE IWD 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us for International Women’s Day 2025 as we #ACCELERATE ACTION in health\, nutrition\, and skincare! \n\nMore information to follow…
URL:https://www.ludgate.ie/event/save-the-date-iwd-2025/
LOCATION:Ludgate Hub\, Townshend Street\, Skibbereen\, Cork\, PE81T324\, Ireland
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250624T123000
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SUMMARY:HR and Health & Safety Workshop for Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:This informative session will include key topics for employers\, including a discussion on Pension Auto-Enrolment. \nJoin Ludgate and Peninsula for an expert-led workshop designed to help business owners stay compliant and confident in HR and Health & Safety practices. \nWhy attend?\n✔️ Key legislative updates (Sick Pay\, Pensions\, Gender Pay Gap)\n✔️ WRC & HSA inspection prep\n✔️ 1:1 contract or risk assessment review\n✔️ Interactive quiz & risk checklist
URL:https://www.ludgate.ie/event/8723/
LOCATION:Ludgate Hub\, Townshend Street\, Skibbereen\, Cork\, PE81T324\, Ireland
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SUMMARY:Connect & Co-Work by the Coast
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Connect & Co-Work by the Coast for Remote & Hybrid Employees!\n\n\n\n\n\nNeed a change of scenery? Fancy working alongside like-minded remote and hybrid folks—with a sea breeze and a splash of adventure? \nJoin us for Connect & Co-Work by the Coast\, a relaxed co-working day that blends productivity with connection\, a shared lunch\, and an optional refreshing sea swim. \nWhether you’re looking to get through your inbox or spark new ideas in good company\, this day is designed to energise your workday and widen your network. \nWhat’s included:\n💻 A welcoming co-working space with Wi-Fi and good vibes\n🥗 A delicious\, locally sourced group lunch\n🌊 A (brave!) sea swim to awaken your senses\n🤝 Casual networking with fellow remote and hybrid workers\n☕ Coffee\, chats\, and good craic \nWho it’s for:\nAnyone working remotely or in a hybrid setup who wants to: \n\nShake up their routine\nMeet others in the same boat\nFeel part of a local community of remote workers\n\nWhat to bring: \n\nYour laptop and charger\nSwim gear and a towel (if you’re dipping!)\nA curious mind and an open attitude\n\nDisclaimers: This event is for remote and hybrid employees \nphotos and videos may be taken for social media purposes \n\n \nContact Gavin for more information Gavin@ludgate.ie
URL:https://www.ludgate.ie/event/connect-co-work-by-the-coast/
LOCATION:Lough hyne\, 5KM from Skibbereen\, Skibbereen\, Ireland
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250924T143000
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SUMMARY:Closing the Sale — B2B Workshop with Dr Maria Coakley
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy this workshop \nMany sales professionals struggle with the final stages of the sales process\, watching promising opportunities slip away. This workshop\, delivered by Dr Maria Coakley will discuss techniques and strategies to help turn prospects into customers for sustainable growth. \nWhat we’ll cover \n\nWhy deals don’t close (and how to unblock them)\nThe value of MEDDPICC for corporate sales (qualification that sticks)\nObjection handling that reduces ghosting\nNegotiation essentials for win-win outcomes\nClosing techniques (and when to use which)\nOnboarding for a smooth handover\nRetain & grow the account (land & expand)\nKPIs to track sales effectiveness\n\nWho should attend \nEntrepreneurs\, sales professionals and account managers who want to improve close rates and grow accounts. \nDelivered by \nWorkshop delivered by Dr Maria Coakley. Prior SIE/Ludgate sessions with Dr Coakley drew strong engagement and form part of our regional training roadmap. This workshop is action oriented\, such that you shall get the opportunity to discuss practical ideas for your business. The workshop shall maximise peer to peer learning\, best practice & discussion amongst participants. \nHosted by Ludgate with Skillnet Innovation Exchange — a national initiative connecting SMEs with supports\, training and collaboration opportunities. \n\nSign up here
URL:https://www.ludgate.ie/event/closing-the-sale-b2b-workshop-with-dr-maria-coakley/
LOCATION:Ludgate Hub\, Townshend Street\, Skibbereen\, Cork\, PE81T324\, Ireland
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SUMMARY:Pathway to Innovate - Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Innovation Clinic\, designed to help SMEs connect\, progress\, up-skill and grow.  The interactive sessions hosted by IRDG will help you to better understand your business’ challenges\, assess internal skills capacity\, and identify relevant opportunities.  You will gain insights from industry leaders and be introduced to existing agency supports such as Enterprise Ireland\, LEOs and Regional Skills Fora directly related to your needs. You’ll leave equipped with a 90-day innovation plan to drive innovation and entrepreneurial practices within your business. \nJoin us\, where ambition meets action. Sign up here.
URL:https://www.ludgate.ie/event/pathway-to-innovate-clinic/
LOCATION:Ludgate Hub\, Townshend Street\, Skibbereen\, Cork\, PE81T324\, Ireland
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251105T120000
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SUMMARY:Sales Meets Innovation: The Masterclass for Commercial Growth
DESCRIPTION:About This Event \nIn today’s fast-paced market\, innovation alone isn’t enough\, it must be tied directly to sales and customer value. Likewise\, sales isn’t just about closing deals\, it’s a strategic lever for identifying market needs\, shaping innovation\, and driving commercial growth. \nThis 2-hour masterclass led by Alan Maguire (Founder & CEO of ESI) explores the strategic connection between sales and innovation\, and why one cannot succeed without the other. \nThis session will equip you with the tools and mindset to: \n\nUse sales conversations to spark innovation\nPosition innovation as a driver of growth\, not just creativity\nAlign sales and innovation strategies for maximum commercial impact
URL:https://www.ludgate.ie/event/sales-meets-innovation-the-masterclass-for-commercial-growth/
LOCATION:Ludgate Hub\, Townshend Street\, Skibbereen\, Cork\, PE81T324\, Ireland
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SUMMARY:A Smart Way to Innovate – Design Thinking Essentials for SMEs
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nJoin us for A Smart Way to Innovate – Design Thinking Essentials for SMEs\, a one-hour online session designed to help business owners and leaders use design thinking to drive innovation and growth. \nDelivered by Maria Cosgrove of Anu Innovation\, this interactive webinar will introduce practical tools and methods to help you: \n\nUnderstand your customers’ real needs\nGenerate new ideas with confidence\nTest and refine solutions quickly\nBuild innovation capacity within your team\n\nParticipants will also have the opportunity to book a 30-minute one-to-one innovation advice session with Maria after the webinar. \n📅 Date: Tuesday\, 11th November 2025🕙 Time: 10:00am – 11:00am📍 Location: Online (register here)
URL:https://www.ludgate.ie/event/a-smart-way-to-innovate-design-thinking-essentials-for-smes/
LOCATION:Online
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251203T180000
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SUMMARY:Resilience\, Motivation & Mindset with Stephen Redmond
DESCRIPTION:As we close another year of collaboration between Ludgate Hub and the Skillnet Innovation Exchange\, we invite you to a special session celebrating resilience\, mindset\, and motivation — qualities that power success not just in business\, but in every part of life. \nOur guest speaker\, Stephen Redmond\, is a world-record endurance athlete\, author of Fastnet: The Final Challenge\, and the first person in history to complete the Oceans Seven\, the open-water swimming equivalent of the Seven Summits. \nA proud West Cork native\, Stephen will share the lessons he’s learned from years of pushing physical and mental limits — and how they apply to everyday challenges\, whether you’re building a business\, leading a team\, or simply managing life’s currents. \nYou’ll learn how to: \n\nBuild resilience when facing change or uncertainty\nDevelop a mindset that sustains motivation and focus\nRecover and refocus after setbacks\nApply endurance lessons to your work\, wellbeing\, and goals\n\nWho should attend:\nEntrepreneurs\, employees\, community members\, students\, innovators\, and anyone looking to strengthen their mindset and motivation for the year ahead. \nSign up here
URL:https://www.ludgate.ie/event/resilience-motivation-mindset-with-stephen-redmond/
LOCATION:Ludgate Hub\, Townshend Street\, Skibbereen\, Cork\, PE81T324\, Ireland
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260306T174500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260306T194500
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CREATED:20260210T124213Z
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SUMMARY:International Women’s Day 2026 When We Give\, We Gain
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate International Women’s Day 2026 by giving back and gaining growth together let’s make an impact IRL!\n\n\n\nInternational Women’s Day 2026\nWhen We Give\, We Gain\nJoin us for an inspiring in-person celebration of International Women’s Day 2026\, centred on empowerment\, connection\, and the powerful idea that giving leads to gaining. Expect meaningful conversation\, shared stories\, and an evening that celebrates the strength of community and collaboration. \nThis International Women’s Day\, When We Give\, We Gain brings together four inspiring women\, Caragh Bell\, Maria O’Donovan\, Maria Archer\, and Mairead O’Driscoll\, whose work spans education\, business\, law\, and community development. Each speaker offers a unique perspective on how giving time\, expertise\, advocacy\, and leadership creates opportunity. Together\, their stories reflect the Give To Gain theme\, showing that when women are supported to thrive\, the impact extends far beyond the individual strengthening communities\, organisations\, and society as a whole.
URL:https://www.ludgate.ie/event/international-womens-day-2026-when-we-give-we-gain/
LOCATION:Ludgate Hub\, Townshend Street\, Skibbereen\, Cork\, PE81T324\, Ireland
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260429T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260429T120000
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SUMMARY:Free Webinar - Accelerating Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Accelerating Innovation – Free Webinar | 29th April\, 11am–12pm \nJoin us on Wednesday 29th April from 11am to 12pm for Accelerating Innovation\, a free one-hour webinar delivered by Brian Kennedy — a technology and business leader with 34 years of experience\, including roles as EMEA CIO at Doosan and Head of Digital & Innovation at Expleo. \nWhether your ideas aren’t moving forward fast enough\, or you’ve launched something that didn’t land as expected\, this session gives you a practical\, repeatable process to go from idea to validated prototype — without waste. \nThis webinar is for you if you are: \n\nA founder or product team with ideas that stall before they gain traction\nA startup\, scale-up or SME that has launched something that didn’t quite work as expected\nAn organisation looking for a simple\, repeatable way to evaluate and test new products or services\nAnyone who wants to build less and learn more\n\nWhat you’ll take away: \n\nA simple\, repeatable process to move from idea to validated prototype without waste\nPractical methods to test demand before committing development time or money\nFour ready-to-use templates you can run yourself or with your team immediately\n\nThis event is open to both members and non-members. Places are limited — register now to secure your spot.
URL:https://www.ludgate.ie/event/free-webinar-accelerating-innovation/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260513T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260513T143000
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SUMMARY:Selling @ Scale – Building a Sales Engine for Growth | Ludgate Hub
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\n\nA 4.5-hour practical masterclass for Leaders & Sales Managers ready to scale revenue. \n\n\nEvent Description\nScaling revenue requires more than ambition — it requires structure\, discipline\, and a repeatable sales engine.Join us at Ludgate Hub on Wednesday\, 13 May (10.00am–2.30pm) for an intensive half-day workshop led by Dr Maria Coakley\, focused on helping companies build the foundations needed to sell at scale. \nThis session is designed for leaders and sales managers who want to move from reactive selling to predictable\, scalable growth. \nThis practical session will focus on:\n1. Foundation & Mindset – Establishing the commercial discipline and leadership mindset required for scale. \n2. Pipeline Management & Forecasting – CRM essentials\, visibility\, forecasting accuracy\, and performance metrics that matter. \n3. Sales Process Design\, Automation & Enablement – Building a repeatable sales process that supports consistency and growth. \n4. Objection Handling & Closing – Strengthening deal control and increasing conversion rates. \n5. Account Management & Growth – Expanding existing accounts and increasing lifetime value. \n6. Sales & Marketing Alignment – Ensuring both functions work toward shared revenue goals. \n7. Building & Managing Your Sales Team – Hiring\, structuring\, and leading a sales function that performs at scale. \nWho Should Attend\n\n\n\nFounders transitioning from owner-led sales\nCommercial Directors\nSales Managers\nGrowth Leaders\nSenior decision-makers preparing for scale\n\n\n\nWhy Attend?\nYou’ll leave with: \n\n\n\nA clear sales structure that supports scaling\nPractical tools you can implement immediately\nA stronger forecasting framework\nGreater clarity on how to build and manage a scaling sales team\n\n\n\nThis is not a theory session — it’s designed for execution. \nAbout the Speaker\nDr Maria Coakley is an experienced commercial strategist and scale advisor working with ambitious Irish SMEs and growth-stage companies. She specialises in sales strategy\, leadership development\, and helping companies transition from early traction to structured\, scalable growth. \n\n\n\nSIGN UP HERE
URL:https://www.ludgate.ie/event/selling-scale-building-a-sales-engine-for-growth-ludgate-hub/
LOCATION:Ludgate Hub\, Townshend Street\, Skibbereen\, Cork\, PE81T324\, Ireland
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